Acacia dealbata leaf wax
AKA “Mimosa leaf wax, Silver wattle leaf wax
Wax
Ingredient Facts
Acacia dealbata leaf wax
AKA: Mimosa leaf wax, Silver wattle leaf wax
Wax · Protectant · EWG: 3
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Wax
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural Safety Ratings: CIR: Insufficient data
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Shrub
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
165800-52-2
Form
Wax
See origin →
Functions
Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Protectant
Skin Protecting
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Shields skin from damage
Traditional Use
Wax extracted from the leaves of Acacia dealbata used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in modern cosmetics, derived from the plant's natural protective waxy coating.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
3
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Potential Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final report of the safety assessment of Acacia catechu gum, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Acacia dealbata leaf extract, Acacia dealbata leaf wax, Ac
International journal of toxicology, 2005
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Acacia Catechu Gum, Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract, Acacia Dealbata Leaf Extract, Acacia Dealbata Leaf Wax, Acacia Decurrens Extract, Acacia Farmesiana Extract,
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR